having passed the exams or completed the training that are necessary in order to do a particular job; having the experience to do a particular job

having the practical knowledge or skills to do something

I don't know much about it, so I don't feel qualified to comment.

I'm not technically qualified to say anything.

His supporters say he is uniquely qualified to lead the country out of the crisis.

The plan was given only qualified support.

The project was only a qualified success.

It was met with qualified enthusiasm.

The proposals received heavily qualified approval.

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